There are three separate sessions. You are encouraged to sign up for all three, but have the option to pick only one or two.

Day 1: May 10th  10am-12pm - Source Water Assessment & Protection

This workshop provides an overview of Source Water Assessment and Protection, aimed specifically at small water systems.  Topics covered include defining a source water protection area, identifying and ranking the potential threats, elements of a source water protection plan and engaging the public.  Participants will also learn about how to access additional resources pertaining to source water assessment and protection

• Learning Objectives:
• At the completion of this lesson, participants should have the ability to:
• Explain the importance of source water protection
• Use your state’s source water assessment program (SWAP) to evaluate your source water protection needs
• Apply strategies and tools to improve protection of drinking water sources
• Identify the key components of a source water protection plan (SWP) plan
• Communicate with the public to inform and engage them in source water protection efforts

Day 2: May 11th 10am-12pm - Disinfection and DBPs

This lesson discusses the different types of disinfection methods available, but is focused on disinfection by free chlorine and combined chlorine (chloramine) only. Topics include types of disinfection, chlorination, chloramination, and nitrification. Additionally, this lesson focusses on Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs), factors affecting their formation, and compliance requirements. 

• Learning Objectives:
• At the completion of this lesson, participants should have the ability to:
• Describe the importance of disinfection
• List the types of disinfectants
• Summarize disinfection basics (chlorination and chloramination)
• Evaluate disinfection dosing and monitoring
• Discuss factors that impact DBP formation
• Identify DBP formation factors that can be controlled at the treatment plant, in the distribution system, or in both
• Compare and contrast methods for managing DBP formation
• Explain how your utility can optimize their effectiveness in controlling DBP formation for public health and regulatory compliance

Day 3: May 12th 10am-12pm - Contaminant of Concern: Manganese & PFAS

This online workshop provides an overview of Manganese, its properties, and why they are a concern for water systems.  Topics covered in the workshop include what it is, where it’s found, indicators, regulations, troubleshooting and resources. The purpose is to provide a general knowledge of Manganese to coordinate with the e-learning module.

• Learning Objectives:
• At the completion of this lesson, participants should have the ability to:
• Describe properties of manganese and potential health concerns
• Explain the current regulations
• Describe treatment alternatives
• Implement basic troubleshooting techniques

• Contaminant of Concern: PFAS
• PFAS contaminants are an emerging concern across the country, and continuing studies are identifying potential health risks associated with these chemicals. This lesson examines the origin, the concerns, and provides information for small systems about protecting public health.
• Learning Objectives:
• At the completion of this lesson, participants should have the ability to:
• To have a greater knowledge of PFAS/PFOA and associated health concerns
• Understand current regulations
• Identify proper sampling procedures
• Understand how to address the problem
• Identify resources for assistance

CEU Information pending.